Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)

The Multicultural Greek Council at Rutgers University was established in the fall of 2007. MGC represents the numerous culturally diverse social fraternities and sororities at RU, and acts as the supervising governing body for them. Currently, MGC governs 13 different fraternities and sororities.

Purpose

The purpose of the MGC shall be the pursuit of the following objectives:

• To nurture existing and future multicultural fraternities and sororities.
• To encourage scholastic achievement among its member organizations and individuals.
• To coordinate semester activities to ensure adequate cooperation and harmony among member organizations.
• To provide a forum for discussion and to develop action strategies regarding issues relevant to the MGC community.

Executive Officers

Elections will be held at the end of the fall 07 semester.

• President
• Director of Administration
• Two Directors of Programming

Membership

Membership in the MGC shall be determined via the OFSA Recognition Policy.

Officers & Representation

The Council is lead by Executive Board Officers who serve one-year terms. Officers are elected by delegates from the Council's member organizations. Delegates are selected by their organizations and also serve one-year terms.

Intake/Recruitment

Men and women interested in joining an MGC organization must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements for membership:

• Be enrolled as a full-time student (at least 12 credits)
• Completed 12 credits while enrolled at RU or another institution
• Earn a 2.25 cumulative GPA and at least a 2.0 from the previous semester

Note: Every MGC organization has higher academic requirements. Specific eligibility information is shared with prospective members at fraternity/sorority Information Sessions, which are held throughout the academic year.

Meetings & Voting

Attendance at MGC meetings is required for all member organizations. In addition to the regularly scheduled meetings, the President may call Special meetings at the request of a member organization or as necessary.